Cajun

You can enjoy the zesty flavors of Cajun recipes at home. Browse our Cajun cuisine for potluck ideas for a crowd and classic and healthy Cajun dishes.

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    Baked Crab Cakes

    These baked crab cakes are seasoned with Worcestershire sauce and mustard, but most of the flavor comes from the crabmeat....


    Cajun Gazpacho

    Horseradish, spices and slightly sweet balsamic vinegar give this gazpacho its Cajun flair. Served chilled, it’s one of the best...


    Catfish Po’Boy

    Tender fillets of hot and crispy fried catfish pair with cool, spicy Cajun coleslaw in our catfish po'boys. These overstuffed...


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    Fried Okra

    Crispy, crunchy and absolutely delightful. It's hard to stop eating fried okra once you pop a few of these tasty...


    Shrimp and Sausage Pasta

    A creamy white sauce pairs well with the meat and slightly spicy seasonings of this pleasing shrimp and sausage pasta...


    Seafood Cakes

    Ordinary crab cakes are fine, but my family prefers this version featuring scallops and shrimp as well as crab.


    Homemade Cajun Seasoning

    We in Louisiana love seasoned foods. I use Cajun seasoning recipe in gravy, over meats and with salads. It makes...


    Creole Green Beans

    Even though our children are grown, my husband and I remain busy. So we rely on speedy recipes that call...

    Banana-Nut Cornbread

    A boxed cornbread mix gets a tasty treatment when dressed up with bananas and chopped walnuts. These moist golden loaves...


    Cajun-Style Brunch Bake

    It’s so handy to fix this hearty breakfast casserole the night before and refrigerate it until morning. “It was given...


    Veggie Chicken Creole

    I ladle this vegetable-packed chicken dish over jasmine rice. It’s a long-grain rice that’s not as sticky as most, but...


    Crab Cakes

    There's no need to travel to the shore for crab cakes. Our easy crab cake recipe makes crispy cakes that...


    Southern Chicken Rice Soup

    Meet the Cook: A favorite at soup night at our church, this recipe's one my husband concocted after he retired....


    Sweet Cornbread

    Homemade sweet cornbread is just the ticket for rounding out either a sweet or savory meal, making it the ideal...


    Contest-Winning Cajun Cabbage

    Looking for a different treatment for cabbage? Try this spicy cheese-topped Cajun cabbage that I adapted from a friend's recipe....


    Caribbean Rice ‘n’ Shrimp

    This tasty meal-in-one is flavorful and hearty. The shrimp, asparagus and tomato combine to create a colorful and lightly spicy...


    Crab Cakes with Red Pepper Sauce

    Don't forget to have lemons on hand so you and your guests can squeeze some fresh lemon juice over these...

    Crawfish Fettuccine

    The South meets the Old Country in this crawfish fettuccine, a delightfully rich and creamy dish sure to leave an...


    Roasted Cajun Potatoes

    These nicely seasoned potatoes pair especially well with grilled pork chops or ribs. —Tamra Duncan


    Sunday Shrimp Pasta Bake

    Pasta is popular in our home, so my favorite meal would almost have to have it in the main course....


    Oyster Casserole

    Change up the usual special-occasion spread with a creamy oyster casserole that will delight your guests and elevate your meal.


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    Hush Puppies

    Our recipe for hush puppies is easy enough for anyone to make. The result? Golden brown, airy, savory hush puppies...


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    Louisiana Chicken

    Green peppers and mint add a surprise to this Louisiana chicken recipe. A roasting bag keeps the chicken moist and...

    Lime Broiled Catfish

    To serve a reduced-calorie dish that is ready in about 15 minutes, I came up with this fast, simple recipe....


    Five-Bean Soup

    One of my family's favorite soups, this tasty recipe was one I discovered years ago. Served with a salad and...


    Catfish Cakes

    These cakes are crispy on the outside and moist and flavorful on the inside—a real treat! I like to serve...


    Cajun Potato Salad

    I have been making this mouthwatering potato salad for about 10 years. My family likes spicy foods, and thanks to...


    Cajun Corn Soup

    I found this recipe years ago and substituted Cajun stewed tomatoes for a bolder taste. Now I prepare this dish...


    Black-Eyed Peas with Bacon

    A real Southern favorite, black-eyed peas are traditionally served on New Year's Day to bring good luck. The bacon and...